One War at a Time: The International Dimensions of the American Civil War

One War at a Time: The International Dimensions of the American Civil War refutes the opinion of most historians and biographers that Lincoln played only a minor role in U.S. foreign relations. It reveals his efforts to avoid a war with England or France while preventing European recognition of Confederate independence.

review of One War at a Time: The International Dimensions of the American Civil War, by Mahin, Dean B., Civil War Book Review, (Winter 2000).